1986 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Rocky would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 Lancia Thema.
Because 1986 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lancia Thema. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Lancia Thema (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky. (171 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Rocky | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Rocky | Thema |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
